It is strongly recommended you still check with your local embassy on your requirements. The Congress Organisers are not visa specialists and only provide general information and are not specific to individual countries or individual travel needs. If you are extending your stay or travelling for other purposes, the below information may not be relevant or correct. We can assist in providing you with a visa letter once you have finalised and paid for your registration. Please use the below information as a guide to assist with determining your visa requirements for travel to Seoul.
Please visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea website for more information.
K‑ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)
The K‑ETA is an online travel authorisation required for visitors from visa‑exempt countries before boarding a flight to Korea.
- Apply through the official website (www.k-eta.go.kr)
- Applications are generally processed within 72 hours. Apply early to avoid delays.
- K‑ETA does not guarantee visa approval but is required for boarding.
For full K‑ETA details, exemptions, and eligible nationalities, refer to the K‑ETA Application Guide.
Important: Temporary Exemption from K-ETA for Australian Passport Holders (Until 31.Dec.2026)
- Please be informed that Australian Passport holders will temporarily be able to travel to Korea without K-ETA.
- This exemption will temporarily be in effect between 1/Apr/2023 and 31/Dec/2026.
- Please read the below or visit the official K-ETA webpage (☞ https://k-eta.go.kr/portal/apply/index.do?locale=EN ☜) for more information.
Visa Application
If your nationality requires a visa, you are responsible to arrange this. APLAR Congress Secretariat is not a visa agency therefore we cannot issue visas or support visa application, except for providing a visa invitation letter for delegates who have paid in full.
Visa Invitation Letter
Delegates may request an official Visa Invitation Letter during the APLAR 2026 registration process.
To receive this letter:
- You must have completed your registration and full payment.
- Tick the box requesting a visa invitation letter during registration.
- If you require a different type of document, contact info@aplarcongress.com — note that a fee may apply.
Please note:
- The invitation letter does not constitute a visa approval.
- Delegates remain responsible for ensuring they obtain the correct visa to enter Korea.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Do I need a visa to enter the Republic of Korea?
A: Most international delegates will require a visa or K‑ETA approval to enter Korea. Entry requirements vary by nationality, and delegates are responsible for checking with your country’s embassy to determine if a visa is required for entry.
Q: How do I request a visa invitation letter?
A: You can request a visa invitation letter during the APLAR 2026 registration process.
A letter will be issued once:
- Your registration is complete, and
- Full payment has been received.
If you need a different document other than the visa invitation letter, please contact info@aplarcongress.com. A separate charge may apply for additional documentation.
Q: Who needs to apply to K-ETA?
Q: My question isn't answered here
A: Contact the Registration support team based in Australia via email, info@aplarcongress.com (note responses will be sent during Australian business hours, Monday – Friday)